The Shewbread, also known as the “bread of the presence,” was a sacred element of the tabernacle and later the temple. It symbolized the continual fellowship and provision of God with and for His people.The bread was placed on a special table in the...

The account of Gideon’s fleece is found in Judges 6:36–40. Gideon was called by God to deliver Israel from the oppression of the Midianites. Though the Angel of the Lord had appeared to him and miraculous signs were already given, Gideon still sought...

Micah made a shrine as part of a misguided attempt to establish his own version of worship apart from God’s commands. Judges 17 recounts how Micah, an Ephraimite, took silver stolen from his mother, returned it, and then used it to create an idol:"So when he...

Being set apart means being consecrated for God's use, separated from sin and the world’s values, and devoted to living in obedience to God's Word. It is the core of biblical holiness and the identity of every believer. Israel was set apart from other...

Slavery in the Bible must be understood within its historical and cultural context. The Scriptures do not endorse slavery as practiced in later centuries, especially the racial and oppressive slavery of the modern era. Rather, it acknowledges its existence and...

The Bible does not specifically address the issue of women wearing pants, either in church or in general. Instead, Scripture focuses on principles of modesty, distinction between sexes, and the heart behind a person’s appearance. Deuteronomy 22:5 gives a...

Pilate washed his hands as a symbolic act to declare himself innocent of Jesus’ death, despite his role in authorizing the crucifixion. Though he knew Jesus was innocent, Pilate feared the people and ultimately chose political safety over justice.During the...

Antioch was one of the most important cities in the early history of the Church. Located in Syria, it became a central hub for Gentile missions and a model of church life and outreach. After the persecution that followed Stephen’s martyrdom, believers...

Grain offerings, also called meat offerings in the KJV (though they contained no meat), were offerings of flour, oil, and frankincense made to the Lord as a tribute and expression of thanksgiving, devotion, and worship. They are detailed in Leviticus 2 and were...

The account of the floating axe head is found in 2 Kings 6:1–7 and reveals God’s concern for the needs of His people, even in small, personal matters. It also demons/">demonstrates the authority of God working through His prophet Elisha.The sons of...